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At least 2 shot amid celebration to mark end of Ramadan in Philadelphia neighborhood: Sources

Multiple people were shot during an Eid al-Fitr event in west Philadelphia, with children and families present.
Police stopped suspects with weapons, including a 15-year-old boy who was shot after engaging with an officer.
Gun Violence Archive data shows an increasing trend in gun-related deaths over the past decade in the US.

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US: Gunfire at Philadelphia Eid al-Fitr event injures three

A shooting between two rival groups at an Eid al-Fitr event injured three, including a 15-year-old suspect. Police have taken five people into custody.

2 years ago·Bonn, Germany

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Philadelphia shooting today: Three shot at Ramadan festival

Philadelphia shooting today: Three shot and five arrested at Ramadan festival

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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3 shot, 5 in custody after gunfire disrupts Philadelphia Eid event, police say

PHILADELPHIA — A joyful celebration of the end of Ramadan devolved into panic Wednesday in Philadelphia after rival groups exchanged gunfire, leaving at least three people injured and hundreds of parents and children to flee in search of safety.

2 years ago·Toronto, Canada

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